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by rcapriola
Thu Apr 13, 2023 1:58 pm
Forum: SMALL BOAT ELECTRICAL
Topic: New Branch Circuit for Deck Lighting
Replies: 1
Views: 2278

New Branch Circuit for Deck Lighting

[MOVED TO SMALL BOAT ELECTRICAL for discussion] I'm installing two electric deck illumination lamps on a boat. Each lamp is rated as consuming 1.3-Amperes of electrical current. I am wiring the two lamps in parallel. Q1: what value of fuse should be used to protect this circuit? The wiring at the la...
by rcapriola
Mon Jan 30, 2023 11:43 pm
Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
Topic: Fuel Tank Fastening System Retrospective
Replies: 10
Views: 3015

Re: Fuel Tank Fastening System Retrospective

The main cause of crevice corrosion in aluminum fuel tanks is due to contact between the aluminum tank and any other surface where there is water in between the two surfaces. The only way to prevent aluminum fuel tank crevice corrosion [in a Boston Whaler boat when a new fuel tank is about to be ins...
by rcapriola
Sun Dec 19, 2021 12:12 pm
Forum: MARKETPLACE
Topic: FS: 1980 Revenge V-22 Sterndrive $19,000 in California
Replies: 0
Views: 4171

FS: 1980 Revenge V-22 Sterndrive $19,000 in California

For-sale: a 1980 REVENGE V-22 Sterndrive in Chico, California for $19,000. The sterndrive is the original Mercruiser Alpha outdrive with rebuilt long-block V8 that runs but needs work. Also included is a Yamaha F9.9 high thrust auxiliary engine with E-Z Steer linkage to the main engine, and a 2019 K...
by rcapriola
Sun May 16, 2021 11:45 am
Forum: The GAM
Topic: 1981 Outrage V-22 Sterndrive
Replies: 54
Views: 58207

Re: 1981 Outrage V-22 Sterndrive

Q4: [What was the] stock engine and outdrive combination for a c.1981 REVENGE 22 with sterndrive power?

Q5: Was a Chevrolet 305 engine that is mention {above] the original engine [on the 1981 OUTRAGE V-22 Sterndrive boat that is the topic of this discussion]?
by rcapriola
Thu May 13, 2021 11:20 am
Forum: The GAM
Topic: 1998 23 CONQUEST Weight on Trailer Loaded
Replies: 5
Views: 4471

1998 23 CONQUEST Weight on Trailer Loaded

What is the total towed weight as measured by a scale of a 1998 23 CONQUEST, its trailer, with the boat having fuel and ice?

BACK STORY I'm considering the upgrade to a 1998 23 CONQUEST. My half-ton truck is rated for towing maximum of 7,500-lbs.
by rcapriola
Thu May 13, 2021 11:15 am
Forum: The GAM
Topic: 1981 Outrage V-22 Sterndrive
Replies: 54
Views: 58207

Re: 1981 Outrage V-22 Sterndrive

I own a 1980 REVENGE V-22 with a rebuilt Mercruiser [engine] and the original outdrive. If you have always run outboard engine [then running an inboard engine with sterndrive will] put you onto a learning curve. [On the 1980 REVENGE V-22 with Sterndrive] I have replaced the trim pump motor, the reve...
by rcapriola
Sat May 08, 2021 6:34 pm
Forum: The GAM
Topic: Sterndrive Replacement in California
Replies: 0
Views: 5624

Sterndrive Replacement in California

For anyone in California that has had a good experience with any shop that performed full replacement of a sterndrive engine and sterndrive outdrive on a Boston Whaler boat: what shop did you use? For anyone with experience with the vendor Wide Open Throttle in Vista, California: what was your exper...
by rcapriola
Thu Oct 08, 2020 9:34 pm
Forum: SMALL BOAT ELECTRICAL
Topic: Re-wiring 17-footer
Replies: 6
Views: 7996

Re: Rewiring Montauk

My 1985 MONTAUK 17 was re-wired for two batteries. A Blue Sea Systems battery switch that could separate the engine and house loads was used. [The boat was wired to] keep house loads separated from the engine starting battery. I moved both batteries into the console. The batteries cannot sit on the ...
by rcapriola
Mon Oct 05, 2020 3:11 pm
Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
Topic: Revenge V-22 Cuddy Interior Molding
Replies: 1
Views: 1312

Revenge V-22 Cuddy Interior Molding

I'm doing a minor remodel of my 1980 cuddy cabin interior. I've pulled all of the deteriorated head liner off, as well as the bulkhead that separates the anchor rode locker from the cabin. I plan on installing a reel-style on-deck windlass, so want to incorporate the old anchor rode space into the i...
by rcapriola
Sun Apr 19, 2020 12:42 pm
Forum: The GAM
Topic: Windlass on REVENGE V-22
Replies: 0
Views: 2117

Windlass on REVENGE V-22

Has a windlass ever been installed on a 1980 REVENGE V-20 bow?
by rcapriola
Mon Nov 04, 2019 10:54 pm
Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
Topic: 1980 REVENGE V-22 Fuel Tank Replacement
Replies: 1
Views: 1671

1980 REVENGE V-22 Fuel Tank Replacement

[I] just replaced [the fuel] tank on a 1980 REVENGE V-22. Neoprene strips were glued with 3M5200 to the bottom every 18-inches port-to-starboard, with the very 12-inch bottom of the tank open. Strips were glued across the top underneath the aluminum brackets, then blocks of plastic 2 x 6 decking cut...
by rcapriola
Mon Nov 04, 2019 10:45 pm
Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
Topic: Outrage 77-gallon Fuel Tank Dimensions
Replies: 23
Views: 20994

Re: Outrage 77-gallon Fuel Tank Dimensions

I just replaced my 39 year-old Florida Marine Tank aluminum fuel tank that lived in a V-22 with a Patriot Marine tank custom built from my dimensions. I am sure they can accommodate your asymmetrical space without a problem. Be sure and leave room around the tank for air circulation and installation...
by rcapriola
Sun Oct 27, 2019 11:16 am
Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
Topic: REVENGE V-22: One-inch Brass Through Hull Covers
Replies: 2
Views: 6233

REVENGE V-22: One-inch Brass Through Hull Covers

I recently replaced four 1-inch brass through-hull fittings on my Revenge V-22. I want to replace the corroded covers. I cannot seem to find a source.

[Implied question: What is a source for the Perko Clamshell Vents used to cover drain outlets on the hull?]

Any help would be appreciated.
by rcapriola
Sat Sep 07, 2019 12:00 am
Forum: The GAM
Topic: Checklist for Buying Classic 17-footer
Replies: 8
Views: 11175

Re: Checklist for Buying Classic 17-footer-Moisture Meter

I sure wish I had a moisture meter when I was evaluating my newly purchased 1980 Revenge V-22. When I pulled my first through-hull to replace it, water came dribbling out from the hull. As I got further into the project, I purchased a moisture meter, and found that it accurately measured the portion...
by rcapriola
Mon Aug 26, 2019 11:08 pm
Forum: The GAM
Topic: The DRYBOAT Company: Customer Survey
Replies: 0
Views: 13716

The DRYBOAT Company: Customer Survey

To anyone who has employed the Dryboat Company to remove water from the [Unibond hull of a Boston Whaler boat]:

What was your experience?

What was the cost?
by rcapriola
Mon Aug 26, 2019 11:01 pm
Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
Topic: Problem with Water in Fuel Tank Cavity
Replies: 18
Views: 15198

Re: Problem with Water in Fuel Tank Cavity

There is a lot said about this topic in earlier posts and they reflect a real mix of approaches, from installing a separate sump pump for the fuel tank compartment after removing the foam, to putting in a drain tube connecting the fuel compartment to the aft compartment via drain tube. I am consider...
by rcapriola
Mon Aug 26, 2019 10:58 pm
Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
Topic: Problem with Water in Fuel Tank Cavity
Replies: 18
Views: 15198

Re: Problem with Water in Fuel Tank Cavity

There is a lot said about this topic in earlier posts and they reflect a real mix of approaches...from installing a separate sump pump for the fuel tank compartment after removing the foam, to putting in a drain tube connecting the fuel compartment to the aft compartment via drain tube. I am conside...
by rcapriola
Wed Jul 24, 2019 10:24 pm
Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
Topic: New Project: 1980 Revenge V-22
Replies: 5
Views: 6482

Re: New Project: 1980 Revenge V-22

Thanks for the reinforcement of how much this is ultimately going to cost me. To keep this older boat alive will be worth the costs. I plan on starting with the trailer, which I have determined is more cost-effective to replace than to repair. Next comes the fuel tank. It is soaked with water and no...
by rcapriola
Tue Jul 16, 2019 10:25 pm
Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
Topic: New Project: 1980 Revenge V-22
Replies: 5
Views: 6482

New Project: 1980 Revenge V-22

I just acquired 1980 REVENGE V-22 boat from Kansas to Oregon to northern California My priority list: New axles, wheels, and brakes for the trailer investigate fuel tank (surrounding foam is soaked), possibly replace replace kicker bracket/lift (assist springs not working) patch transom holes replac...